GK Question

polity hard mcq

Which Article of the Constitution deals with the indemnity for acts done under martial law?

  1. Article 32
  2. Article 33
  3. Article 34
  4. Article 35

Answer: Article 34

Article 34 empowers Parliament to indemnify any person (government servant or other) for acts done in connection with martial law to restore order in any area. It also validates sentences passed or acts done during martial law. This is a rare provision invoked only in extreme situations of rebellion or war.

Topic Fundamental Rights - Martial law
Exam Relevance Rare but important question for UPSC Mains and advanced SSC exams